Industry Overview and News The automotive aftermarket or motor vehicle aftermarket is a critical segment of the U.S. economy. Distribution channels include original equipment, original equipment service, traditional automotive, programmed distribution, large retailers, and the non-traditional markets. This industry includes all products and services purchased for light and heavy duty vehicles after the original sale. This includes replacement parts for under hood and undercar, engine management, temperature controls, accessories, lubricants and appearance products. This also covers service repairs and the tools and equipment necessary to make the repair. The Automotive Aftermarket total revenue exceeds 200 billion dollars in sales, yielding a median annual growth rate of approximately 4%. Additionally, this industry employs approximately 4.5 million people, more than 800,000 of which are technicians.         TOP Industry News

SPX Service Solutions Announces Strategic Alliance with Launch Tech Co. of China Thu, 02 Sep 2010 12:05:04 GMT Company says the new alliance with this leading Chinese automotive aftermarket equipment and services provider will expand SPX's presence in world's ... ACDelco Introduces All-New ACDelco Advantage Friction Lineup Thu, 02 Sep 2010 12:02:49 GMT Company says 12-month/12,000-mile warranty sets line apart from many competitive products. Affinia Names Rick Pizarek Vice President, Global Chassis Thu, 02 Sep 2010 11:59:49 GMT For the past three years, Pizarek has served as vice president and general manager of Asia Operations for Affinia's Global Brake & Chassis Group. Bas... USW Says Tariff on Chinese Tires Was Effective in First Year Thu, 02 Sep 2010 11:58:53 GMT Union says U.S. production and market share are up as job losses reverse. Government Considers Changes to Vehicle MPG Stickers Thu, 02 Sep 2010 11:57:45 GMT One proposal would replace the familiar numeric miles-per-gallon system required on all new cars and light trucks sold with an A, B, C grade system t... TOP